Patient Learning
Liver Resection Surgery
Liver resection surgery is used to treat various health problems, including cancer. During the procedure, the diseased portion of the liver is removed. In this three-part video series, you will learn about the surgical procedure of liver resection, potential risks and complications, how to prepare for your surgery, what to expect during your hospital stay, and how to care for yourself after you return home.
Part 1: Potential Risks and Complications
What you'll learn
- The surgical procedure of liver resection
- What happens to your liver after the resection?
- Potential risks and complications of liver resection
Part 2: Preparation for Surgery
What you'll learn
- What to bring to your pre-admission appointment?
- How to prepare for your surgery?
- What long is the surgery?
- What happens during your hospital stay?
- When can you go home?
Part 3: Recovery at Home
What you'll learn
- How to take care for your incision?
- What should you eat after the surgery?
- What activities can you do after the surgery?
- When should you have a follow up appointment?